#(Auto)biography/Memoir

7th Grade Middle School Chronicles: "Oh Essynce, if only you could see the future..."

Author: Essynce E. Moore Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

If you would have told me a year ago that I would develop a crush on one of the guys in my school, my friends would randomly just start dating one-another, or I would shave the side of my head I would...probably believe the last one. But that’s not the point, the point is this year in middle school was nothing I’d predicted and this is coming from me, the girl who always says, “Expect the unexpected.” But sometimes we just don’t see these things coming and when they do come we have no choice but to live in the moment and let life come at us. Kids, teens, and adults who want to make sure my book is appropriate for their children to read, I bring you the sequel of 6th Grade Middle School Chronicles, the true story of my 7th grade year!!! Xoxo, Essynce Read more

Bad Sister

Author: Charise Mericle Harper Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir Illustrator: Rory Lucey

This middle grade graphic memoir by Charise Mericle Harper, featuring illustrations by Rory Lucey, follows a young girl who undergoes a crisis of conscience, realizing that she is a “bad sister.” Meet Charise. She’s energetic, helpful, a model pet owner and full of inventions. But she’s also a bad sister. When she goes too far and breaks little brother Daniel’s tooth, can she redeem herself? Is an accident really an accident if you could have stopped it? But most importantly... What does it mean to be a good sister? Read more

Craig & Fred : Young Readers' Edition : A Marine, a Stray Dog, and How They Rescued Each Other

Author: Craig Grossi Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

[Children's Nonfiction (Ages 8-12)] [*Read by the author - Craig Grossi] A heartwarming story of a stray dog and a U.S. Marine who met under the unlikeliest circumstances in Afghanistan -- and who changed each other's lives forever. As part of an elite team of Marines, Craig Grossi was sent on his most dangerous assignment to the Sangin District of Afghanistan. He expected to face harsh conditions and violence from Taliban fighters. What he didn't expect was to meet a stray dog, with a big goofy head and little legs -- a dog all on his own, filthy and covered in bugs, in a bomb-ridden district, but who carried himself with confidence. And even though the Marines have a rule against approaching strays, Craig couldn't help but offer some food and a pat -- and was shocked when the dog wagged his tail. From that moment on, they were inseparable; whether out on missions or back at the base, the dog named Fred went along. When the time came for Craig to leave Afghanistan, he knew that Fred had to leave with him no matter what. And as Craig tried to get acclimated to civilian life, Fred was there for him. This book tells the inspiring story of two friends who ultimately rescued each other, and the stubborn positivity and love that continue to shape their world. Read more

Guts: A Graphic Novel

Author: Raina Telgemeier Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

A true story from Raina Telgemeier, the #1 New York Times bestselling, multiple Eisner Award-winning author of Smile , Sisters , Drama , and Ghosts ! Raina wakes up one night with a terrible upset stomach. Her mom has one, too, so it's probably just a bug. Raina eventually returns to school, where she's dealing with the usual highs and lows: friends, not-friends, and classmates who think the school year is just one long gross-out session. It soon becomes clear that Raina's tummy trouble isn't going away... and it coincides with her worries about food, school, and changing friendships. What's going on? Raina Telgemeier once again brings us a thoughtful, charming, and funny true story about growing up and gathering the courage to face -- and conquer -- her fears. Read more

I Promised Not to Tell: Raising a transgender child

Author: Cheryl B. Evans Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

**A READERS' FAVORITE BRONZE MEDAL AWARD WINNER. **A Red Ribbon Winner - Wishing Shelf Book Awards When you have a baby girl you envision many things for her life but becoming a boy is not one of them. This book will benefit anyone who would like to learn more about gender dysphoria and is an absolute must-read for a parent, relative or friend of a gender-questioning or transgender person. What is unique about this deeply personal parenting memoir is that it follows one transgender child from birth through age eighteen. Every step of Evan's son's transition from female to male (FTM) is discussed in detail, including hormone replacement therapy and sex reassignment surgeries. This book shares it all in the hopes of making a difference in what seems like a harsh and cruel world for transgender people.You get a real sense of what this family went through. Their son's desperate effort to conform to societal gender norms, a suicide attempt, a family members struggle between faith and accepting a transgender loved one, a heartbreaking death and much more. You will hear from Jordan as he expresses his own thoughts on what being transgender means to him and follow along as he and his mother fight for transgender rights. I Promised Not to Tell is a thought provoking true story which transitions beautifully between the family's personal journey and some of the larger societal issues that face the transgender community today. Even if you don't know a transgender person, this book will make you feel as if you do. Maybe you have been curious about this topic and looking for a book that will share honest and intimate details on the subject. If so, this book will certainly do that for you. The underlying thread of this story is love; the consistent and unwavering love these parents have for their children and the steps they took to protect their family. If you are a transgender person, this book would be an excellent way to introduce the topic to parents and loved ones. Coming out can be a scary time and this book may help make your experience a little easier. Perhaps it can pave the way to acceptance and understanding.Honest, moving and well written, you will not be disappointed. Grab your copy now because this is a transgender story you won't want to miss! Other books by this author include: What Does God Think? Transgender People and The Bible. A transgender affirming book with strong biblical and scientific references that is both educational and highly revealing. My Parenting Journey with a Transgender Child: A Journal. This is a wonderful interactive journal specifically designed for parents with a transgender child. Over 75 thought provoking writing prompts and exercises help guide parents along a path of self-discover as they journal about their own unique parenting experiences. Wonderfully and Purposely Made: I Am Enough. An interactive journal designed for transgender people from pre-teen through to young adult. Perfect to give as a gift to a transgender person. There are even three different book covers to choose from in the print version. My Parenting Journal with an LGBTQ+ Child An interactive journal for parents has been specifically designed for parents with an LGBTQ+ child. Over 75 thought provoking writing prompts and exercises help guide parents along a path of self-discover as they journal about their own unique parenting experiences. You can find out more about Cheryl's other books by clicking on her name at the top of the page which will redirect you to her author's page. Read more

Kids on the Run: An Autobiography (The Quinn in Me)

Author: RoseMary Quinn Gabriel Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

A grieving teen comes of age, finding love, marriage, and nine baby carriages. But can she avoid calamity when her kids turn out wilder than she was? Up until now, the Quinn family has been happy and content to follow Dad anywhere he went for work, but after the tragic tunnel collapse, how will they learn to live without him? Dad was always the solid rock that kept them together through thick and thin, but now they must begin a new life in Rice Lake, Wisconsin without him. Their grief is palpable as they try to pick up the pieces of their broken lives, and the older kids do their best to help Mom support the family. Rose Mary eventually falls in love and starts a family of her own. Her dream of being a farmer’s wife comes true, and she hopes to live on the family farm forever. But plans change and as her family grows, her nine kids get themselves into all kinds of predicaments. It seems the Gabriel kids are even wilder than the Quinn kids and every time she turns around, someone is missing. Rose Mary prays that she can make it through each day without a heart attack trying to keep them all corralled! Kids on the Run is a heartwarming true story of overcoming immense obstacles and finding joy in the little things. Rose Mary proves what she is made of as she chases after the Gabriel kids and keeps the family afloat while navigating a tenuous marriage relationship. Buy Kids on the Run today to find out how Rose Mary avoids calamity! Read more

Marvel Black Panther Shuri Defender of Wakanda (DK Readers Level 2)

Author: Pamela Afram Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

Discover how Shuri uses amazing technology to protect Wakanda! Meet princess Shuri, the smart scientist behind Wakanda’s amazing technology. Join in the action as Shuri, her brother the Black Panther, and their allies battle their greatest enemies. Step into this amazing world in this thrilling Level 2 DK Reader. Exciting images, simple vocabulary, and a fun quiz will engage young Super Hero fans and help them build confidence in reading. Read more

Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom: Long Walk to Freedom

Author: Chris van Wyk Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir Illustrator: Paddy Bouma

Nelson Mandela's autobiography, LONG WALK TO FREEDOM, offers a glimpse into the mind of a great leader, admired across the globe for his dedication to the struggles against apartheid in South Africa. Now the youngest readers can discover the remarkable story of Mandela's long walk from ordinary village boy, to his dynamic leadership of the African National Congress, to his many long years in prison-and, at last, his freedom and astonishing rise to become the leader of his country. Read more

Reaching for the Moon: The Autobiography of NASA Mathematician Katherine Johnson

Author: Katherine Johnson Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

A Kirkus Reviews Best Middle Grade Book of 2019 “This rich volume is a national treasure.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Captivating, informative, and inspiring…Easy to follow and hard to put down.” — School Library Journal (starred review) The inspiring autobiography of NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson, who helped launch Apollo 11. As a young girl, Katherine Johnson showed an exceptional aptitude for math. In school she quickly skipped ahead several grades and was soon studying complex equations with the support of a professor who saw great promise in her. But ability and opportunity did not always go hand in hand. As an African American and a girl growing up in an era of brutal racism and sexism, Katherine faced daily challenges. Still, she lived her life with her father’s words in mind: “You are no better than anyone else, and nobody else is better than you.” In the early 1950s, Katherine was thrilled to join the organization that would become NASA. She worked on many of NASA’s biggest projects including the Apollo 11 mission that landed the first men on the moon. Katherine Johnson’s story was made famous in the bestselling book and Oscar-nominated film Hidden Figures . Now in Reaching for the Moon she tells her own story for the first time, in a lively autobiography that will inspire young readers everywhere. Read more

The Circuit

Author: Francisco Jimenez Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

Francisco Jimenez writes of his childhood growing up in an immigrant Mexican family. His narrative is simple, as from a child's point of view, but that same simplicity packs the power of a highly skilled storyteller. Beautifully and authentically rendered by actor and playwright Adrian Vargas, these twelve stories tell of the almost unendurable journey most migrant campesinos undertake to find the American Dream. The recording concludes with an afterword recorded by the author. Read more

The Moon and I: A Delightful Memoir About Writing, Life Lessons, and a Blacksnake Companion for Kids (Ages 8-12)

Author: Betsy Byars Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

Betsy Byars, Newbery Medal-winning author of The Summer of the Swans , presents this delightful and inspiring memoir, which also offers an insightful look at her writing process. The Moon that inspires this memoir isn't the one found in the night sky, but instead Bety’s eponymous reptile companion—a huge (and harmless) blacksnake that she found in the rafters of her porch. Using this serendipitous meeting as a springboard for an exploration of her life and her art, Betsy Byar’s memoir is filled with energy, wit, and joy. She shows how "the good scraps" of her life, from a bully named Bubba to a gift-wrapped dime, weave into her work. An ALA Notable Book “Pure pleasure.”— Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Extraordinarily skillful. A must.”— Kirkus (stared review) Read more

Tony Hawk: Professional Skateboarder

Author: Tony Hawk Genre: (Auto)biography/Memoir

In this young adult autobiography, Tony Hawk shares the stories from his life that have helped him become a skateboarding hero. Hawk speaks of being a super-competitive ′demon′ child who found peace while on a skateboard. Classmates teased him because of his interest in an ′uncool′ sport. Instead of retaliating with violence, he practised even more. With his story, he will inspire a younger generation of fans to stand up for what they believe in and follow their dreams. Ages 8-12 Read more